Description
Enjoy these crispy fried mushrooms coated in a flavorful seasoned breadcrumb crust, served with a tangy and refreshing homemade Cool Ranch dip. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party treat, this recipe delivers crunchy, golden bites paired with a creamy herb dip that complements the earthiness of the mushrooms.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms and Breading
- 1 lb button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and stems trimmed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Cool Ranch Dip
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tbsp dried dill
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried chives
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Pat the cleaned mushrooms dry with paper towels to ensure the breading adheres properly and to avoid excess moisture during frying.
- Mix Seasoned Flour: In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create a seasoned coating for the mushrooms.
- Set Up the Breading Stations: In one shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk. In another shallow dish, place the breadcrumbs ready for coating.
- Bread the Mushrooms: Coat each mushroom first in the seasoned flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the egg and milk mixture, followed by rolling it in the breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs gently to ensure they stick well. Repeat for all mushrooms.
- Heat the Oil and Fry Mushrooms: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the breaded mushrooms in batches without overcrowding the pan. Cook each batch for 3-4 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Prepare the Cool Ranch Dip: In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, dried parsley, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, dried chives, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Serve the crispy fried mushrooms hot alongside the Cool Ranch dip for dipping and enjoying immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs.
- Ensure oil temperature is steady at 350°F for best frying results.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan to maintain oil temperature and even frying.
- Adjust seasoning in the dip according to your taste preferences.
- Serve immediately for the best texture, as fried mushrooms can lose crispness once cooled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
